Insomnia during pregnancy
Insomnia during pregnancy
Now is the time to take sleep seriously.
Research has shown that about 78% of women report disturbed sleep during pregnancy. Lack of sleep during pregnancy has been tied to a number of complications, including preeclampsia, preterm birth, long labour and higher risk of emergency C-section.
Tips to tackle insomnia:
Supplement nighttime sleep with naps during the day,however, do not take the naps after 4pm and keep them to a maximum of 45 min!
Find a comfortable position: Try lying on your left side, knees bent with a pillow between your knees.
Stick to a bedtime routine that relaxes you, and don’t vary from it.
Do not eat or drink at bedtime. Finish eating and drinking two hours before going to bed.
Keep your bedroom cool at around 18-20 degrees.
Restless leg syndrome can be reduced with a good prenatal vitamin that includes folate and iron. You should also stretch and stay hydrated.
